Saying a Prayer for a Merit

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Fort Myers Photographer earns International Print Merits!

International and State Print Competition can be intense in our industry, it requires pushing oneself  to excellence in all areas of making that final print. Every minuet decision will be judged.

Click Here to see the Twelve elements we are judged on.

This year here are some more of the images that Barb submitted and received recognition for.

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First named “Lee County Lineman” and then changed to “Storm Chaser” for more impact!  Their are 12 different elements to judging a print and naming it is one important factor.

Torey is one of Lee County’s dedicated Lineman and has a mother in law that asked him to model for her.

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“Nick Of Time”

Click Here to Read Santa’s story

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“My Lips Are Sealed”

Little Jace came into studio with his three brothers for a newborn photography session and was so adorable he had to be photographed individually. Obliviously it was the right decision, and international print merit doesn’t come easy!

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“Asking For Answers”

Aren’t we all asking for answers, this image is special because it’s Barb’s brother and shortly after he had a heart attack while at work. Another reminder that life is precious and time stops for no one.

Billy is a minister and a talented musician, he has since recovered and is doing well.

Here at SandBar we are always looking for unique subjects, ideas or people to photograph. It helps us to constantly push our limits of creativity and keep on top of our industry. If you or someone you know would like to model for us please feel free to send us a picture thru email or give us a call.

 

Check Out This STUD!

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Fort Myers Equine Fine Art Portraiture.  SandBar goes horse crazy.

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His name is Codigo do Retiro and he is a 7 year old 3/4 Lusitano, 1/4 
Westphalian stallion. He was imported from Haras Villa do Retiro in Brazil in 
October of 2013 and resides at Third Charm Farm in North Port Charlotte now.  
Trainer Linda Oliver.
We had the honor of creating a fine art portraiture for Carla Francheville who is a 
DVM at Sunny Coast Veterinary.

The focus of Dr. Francheville’s practice is lameness and sports medicine, although she has a special interest in theriogenology (reproduction) as 
well. Performance horses, especially dressage and hunter/jumper horses, make up the majority of the practice. In this capacity, Dr. Francheville is able to enjoy her work together with her hobby, which is training in dressage. 

Here's what she has to say about SandBar , In her own words_Dr.Francheville

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Codigo is not the only horse in the barn.  We have returned to photograph a few of his friends.

The Grand Champion BSpratlin 
Grand Champion, "Ortello"

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"Zucchini"

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"Uron"

A beautiful day with magnificent champions at the barn is better than any day 
in the office.   We love our job!

 

Worlds Most Famous Person wins SandBar International Merit

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SANDBAR wins International Merit for portrait of Santa. ” Nick of Time”

Never Stop Believing in the Magic of Santa
Whoever said that Santa Claus isn’t real has never met Santa Larry.
November 2013 Santa approached SandBar Photography regarding having a formal portrait made.  Even Santa needs professional head shots.
We had the pleasure of meeting Larry and his wife, Eileen, aka Mr. & Mrs. Claus.
While posing for the camera, click after click, the magic began to happen.  With each frame we knew we had something very special.   That ‘something special’ was confirmed
in July as SandBar Photography received prestigious International Merits for “Nick of Time”.
Santa did more than simply pose for the camera, he delivered.  Here at SandBar Photography we do “Believe in the Magic of Santa.
We are including Santa Larry’s information and highly recommend him and his services.
He is kind, sweet, and gentle with children and adults.  It was an honor to be asked to photograph him.
Larry is a real bearded Santa 365 days a year and has been a member of a Professional Santa Claus Association for past 14 years
Mr. & Mrs. Claus are available year round for charitable events, parties, promotions, parades and more.
 He can be reached at:
            [email protected]
            Workshop 239-470-4561
            Sleigh        239-470-4823

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“In the Nick of Time”